Historic Bridge Legacy Program

Texas’ vast road network includes a number of historically significant bridges, many built before World War II. No longer safe for vehicular use, these vintage bridges can still contribute to the community through new purposes.

The Historic Bridge Legacy Program makes certain historic bridges available for public use once TxDOT engineers determine the bridges are no longer sufficient to carry vehicular traffic. These increasingly rare bridges may create new legacies for the community to enjoy in a park or on a hike-and-bike trail.

Learn more about the program guidelines on how to adopt a historic bridge. We currently have several bridges available for adoption below.